WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARD WINNING YACHT CHARTER VESSELS
Motor yacht SERENE – Best DISPLACEMENT MOTOR YACHT 3000GT AND ABOVE
Superyacht NUMPTIA – Judge’s Special Award for Best INTERIOR DESIGN WITH THE WIDEST APPEAL
Power yachtAURELIA– Best RAISED PILOTHOUSE SEMI-DISPLACEMENT OR PLANING MOTOR YACHTS
Sail yachtVERTIGO– Best SAILING YACHT IN 40M+ SIZE RANGE
Sailboat catamaranHEMISPHERE– Judges’ Commendation for SAILING YACHT IN 40M+ SIZE RANGE
AWARD VENUE
The magnificent Çiragan Palace Kempinski in Istanbul was the setting for the annual gathering of superyacht owners and luminaries of the megayacht industry for the 2012 World Superyacht Awards.
During a gala evening on May 5th, sixteen silver Neptunes were awarded to the finest sail and motor yachts delivered in 2011.
Presenting the creative crew of a popular Virgin Islands yacht charter vessel. They are greener and eco-friendly. They also save their customers money.
CATAMARAN SILVER MOON
Many guests eat a meal or two ashore during a week-long yachting vacation. Therefore, sail catamaran SILVER MOON announced a half board food option.
MEALS ON CATAMARAN
A typical all-inclusive charter features 3 meals a day. The half board option exists. It includes all breakfasts. It also includes 3 lunches and 4 dinners with beverages, the standard ship’s bar, and snacks. That said, all other meals are taken ashore at the guest’s expense.
JANA SHEEDER, COMPANY PRESIDENT, COMMENTS
Jana Sheeder, President of SailAway and 1-800 Yacht Charters, comments. She explains the benefits of a half board option:
“Part of the attraction of a yachting vacation is the chance to indulge in local customs and foods. Sometimes, fresh food on the yachts goes to waste as the clients tend to eat ashore two or three times a week in the various ports of call. The half board option cuts down on waste, preparation materials, and cleanup,” explains Sheeder.
RATES
Clients save money. The overall cost of the boating vacation can be reduced. It can then reflect the fewer meals and food served onboard.
The sailing yacht SILVER MOON is a 44′ catamaran that launched in 2002. She has 3 guest cabins. Each includes a queen berth and private bathroom. The yacht has wind scoops to limit the need for air conditioning. The crew buys earth-friendly paper products, biodegradable cleaning products, and local organic produce when available. #eco-friendly
The world’s largest luxurysailing catamaran, HEMISPHERE, announces a dramatic rate reduction. This applies to the remainder of the summer Mediterranean yacht charter season.
The 44 meter (145 foot) sail catamaran HEMISPHERE is usually € 196,000 per week in high season (July and August). For the remainder ofthe summer, her great rate is €154,000 per week for charters of at least 7 days.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND AMENITIES
She accommodates 12 guests in 6 staterooms.
The yacht features multiple onboard amenities. For instance,
Huge fly bridge with Jacuzzi dip pool
Impressive and fully-equipped dive center with 2 PADI dive instructors on board.
Guests can become PADI certified while onboard
Wide variety of water sports equipment and toys
DESTINATION
She is currently available in the Adriatic, but will consider other destinations in both the eastern and Western Mediterranean.
BOOKING CALENDAR
Her current booking calendar reflects these confirmed reservations:
We recently welcomed the largest solar-powered boat in the world, MS TÛRANOR. She came to our hometown of Miami, FL. As a result, she made the trip in sixteen months and nearly 30,000 miles. The world’s largest catamaran powered by the sun is nearing the end of her epic, round-the-world odyssey.
ABOUT MS TURANOR
She is a pioneer for sustainable energy technology on water. The German-made 115-foot catamaran is MS TÛRANOR. She is also known as yacht PLANETSOLAR. The yacht arrives in Monaco on May 4th – the first superyacht to circumnavigate the world on solar power alone.
CELEBRATION WEEKEND
A celebration weekend happens in the Hercule harbor in Monaco. After crossing the finish line, the crew, design team, builders, investors and owners will be participating in an official arrival ceremony with Swiss and Monegasque personalities. Several events support the festivities.
PLANETSOLAR SPECIFICATIONS
Raphaël Domjan of Switzerland conceived PlanetSolar. MS Tûranor’s build is from Kiel, Germany. Solar energy exclusively powers the boat. It draws power from 537 square meters of photovoltaic panels. PlanetSolar is behind many technological advances, especially in the field of composite manufacturing and storage of solar energy.
Follow PlanetSolar on the final leg of her amazing journey by visiting the official website at http://www.planetsolar.org/.
HOW TO BOOK A CATAMARAN CHARTER
Impressed by the largest solar powered catamaran? In conclusion, look at sail yachtHEMISPHERE. She is 44 meters long (145 ft). Hemisphere is the largest sailing catamaran in the world. She is built specifically for the luxury yacht charter market.
She is 145 feet long. Sailing yacht Hemisphere qualifies as the world’s largest luxury sailing catamaran. Hemisphere was built in the UK by the Pendennis Shipyard. This multihull features the naval architecture of Van Peteghem Lauriot Prévost (VPLP). They are additionally the designers of the 33rd America’s Cup winning multihull.
Michael Leach Design studios handled the interior. Insiders report an innovative design. Her creation blends speed and stability with space and contemporary style.
EXTERIOR AND WATERTOYS
Decks are uncluttered. Visible deck hardware has been minimized. The 190 foot tall mast soars free of spreaders. All lines are concealed internally. Tenders are stowed out of sight. The port transom houses a full watersports complement. The scuba dive locker is served by a large hydraulic swim platform.
DRAFT
Catamaran Hemisphere has a draft of under 10 feet. She can cruise shallow draft destinations, therefore, she is ideal for Bahama yacht charters. In other words, she’s perfect for all shallow areas in the Caribbean.
EXTERIOR
The big Cat features a spacious flybridge. Besides that, she includes a jacuzzi, sunpads, and shaded dining. It also has a roomy indoor/outdoor living area on the main deck.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Five cabins with ensuite bathrooms are on the yacht. For instance, it offers accommodations for 10 to 12. Additionally, a professional crew of 8 operates the yacht.
RATE FOR YACHT CHARTER
Charter activity commences this winter, 2011, in the Caribbean. Equally important, her rates start at €175,000 per week.
HOW TO BOOK A CATAMARAN CHARTER
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